Tag Archives: knowledge of Christ

What is that Fragrance You Are Wearing?

Posted on August 28, 2025 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As we know and walk in the fullness of Christ, we begin to take on an aroma–-the sweet fragrance of the knowledge of Christ. Wherever we go, that pleasant aroma follows us. Just by being around us, people sense Christ’s joy, or his love, or his kindness, or one of his other winsome character qualities. As Christ lives out his life in us, we become more and more like him, and people begin to notice the difference. Continue reading →

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Knowing Christ

Posted on October 2, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

What Paul found in his relationship with Christ made him want to press in deeper and press on farther. “I want to know Christ . . . I press on to take hold of that for which Christ Jesus took hold of me.” Continue reading →

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Christ Formed in You

Posted on September 18, 2024 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

Paul points us to the alternative: Christ being formed in them—Christ living his life out through them.  It’s a life lived by grace through faith. It’s a life of freedom and joy. And it’s all found in a dynamic, ongoing, intimate relationship with Jesus. As we spend time with him, as we pursue spiritual disciplines such as prayer and Bible study, we are formed spiritually. We become more and more like Jesus. Continue reading →

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What is that Fragrance You Are Wearing?

Posted on August 28, 2023 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

“What is that fragrance you are wearing?” Continue reading →

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What is that Fragrance You Are Wearing?

Posted on August 28, 2021 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

As we know and walk in the fullness of Christ, we begin to take on an aroma–-the sweet fragrance of the knowledge of Christ. Wherever we go, that pleasant aroma follows us. Just by being around us, people sense Christ’s joy, or his love, or his kindness, or one of his other winsome character qualities. As Christ lives out his life in us, we become more and more like him, and people begin to notice the difference. Continue reading →

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What Is That Fragrance You Are Wearing? (Aug 28)

Posted on August 28, 2013 by pastorjeffsneighborhood

August 28 What is that Fragrance You Are Wearing? Today’s Scripture Readings: Psalms 94:12-23 | Job 28:1 – 30:31 | 2 Corinthians 2:12 – 17 | Proverbs 22:7 Today’s Scripture Focus: 2 Corinthians 2:12-17 “But thanks be to God, who in … Continue reading →

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